With the largest landmass in the world and territory spanning 9 different time zones, it is no surprise that the TV industry in Russia needs to support a wide audience with a large number of channels and shows.

The ratings in Russia are naturally lead by free-to-air channels, including the 'Russia' brand of channels (run by national public broadcaster VGTRK), REN TV, CTC TV, and the most popular network Channel One (part-commercial channel owned by the national government).

WorldTV Networks - Russia

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